Kvarner Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Slatina Beach featuring general coastal views and a coastal town
Park Angiolina which includes a bay or harbour as well as a couple
Park Angiolina featuring a statue or sculpture
Opatija featuring heritage architecture
Slatina Beach featuring general coastal views and a statue or sculpture

Kvarner is situated 120 miles (193 kilometres) southwest of the national capital Zagreb County, and approximately 120 miles (193 kilometres) northwest of Split.

The area around Kvarner is crisscrossed with fabulous things to see and do, from big-ticket tourist hotspots to quiet, secret places that are waiting just for you. Stop by the Mali Losinj Harbor and Cikat Beach in Mali Losinj, which is roughly 13 miles (21 kilometers) away from Kvarner. Another choice is to go to Veli Losinj. It's roughly 13 miles (21 kilometers) from Kvarner and is home to the Veli Losinj Harbor and St Anthony's Church.

Get some transportation head out to Rab, a regional center, situated approximately 9 miles (14 kilometers) from Kvarner. This bigger city offers a number of points of interest, such as Pudarica Beach, Rab Harbor and Frkanj Beach. Lopar Beach and Kampor Beach are a number of other attractions definitely worth visiting for those who have time to spare.

Travelers seeking out places for peace and reflection, will enjoy visiting the region's monasteries. History lovers will enjoy the area's fine old castles, war relics and monuments and historic bridges.

If you are after a break from seeing the sights, why not check out the local watersports? Canoeing and swimming are both well-established here. Pack your camera and join a knowledgeable guide for one of the guided nature walks, winery tours and city walking tours.

As your adventure finishes up, you'll be sure to bid the region a teary "Zbogom".

Croatia is full of great beach destinations. If you like Kvarner then you're sure to love our Split beach holidays or one of our cheap beach holidays to Dubrovnik. Whatever you're after, you're sure to find the perfect beach holiday with Expedia.

Where to stay in Kvarner Region

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Krk Old Town

While visiting Krk Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Krk Town Square and Cathedral of the Assumption.

Krk Old Town
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Vrbnik Old Town

Vrbnik Old Town is well liked for its beaches, and you can visit sights like Kosljun Island and Pecine Beach if you have time to explore the area.

Vrbnik Old Town
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Lovran Old Town

Lovran Old Town is well liked for its seaside views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Lovran Harbour and Medveja Beach.

Lovran Old Town
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Rab Old Town

Rab Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rab Loggia and Monastery of St. Andrew.

Rab Old Town
Grand Hotel Bonavia

Grand Hotel Bonavia

4 out of 5
Dolac 4, Rijeka
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rijeka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Museum of Modern and Contemporary ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (317 reviews)
The air conditioning didn't work well. You had to climb up into a high tub to shower. You have to drive into a one way gated area to reach the lobby and drop off luggage, and then you can drive to a parking garage several blocks away to park. Great walkability to the main city promenade from the ...

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Grand Hotel Bonavia
Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Opatijska Ulica 9, Rijeka
The price is ฿4,928 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿4,928
฿5,830 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Rijeka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Casino Rosalia and Port of Opatija are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
I loved this stay. We booked a Panorama suite, and the view was amazing. The only downside was that one of the curtains was broken and wouldn't open. But that's probably just me being picky. Otherwise, everything was great. It's a really nice hotel. We weren't lucky with the weather, but that didn't ...

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental

3 out of 5
Šetalište Andrije Kacica - Miošica 1, Rijeka
The price is ฿3,301 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿3,301
฿3,842 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rijeka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Peek & Poke Computer Museum and City Monuments ...
8/10 Very Good! (257 reviews)
Clean room good view of the river and town, centrally located.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Hotel Continental
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aminess Younique Gaia Green Villas

Aminess Younique Gaia Green Villas

3 out of 5
Primorska Cesta BB, Omisalj, Primorje-Gorski
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Omisalj. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jadran-Njivice Beach and Paradise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Very tranquil and lots of things to do. Nice beaches and lots of greenery around. The local food was amazing and had an overall great time.

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Aminess Younique Gaia Green Villas
Apartments Terra I & II

Apartments Terra I & II

3.5 out of 5
Ulica Antuna Dalmatina 2, Rijeka, Primorsko-goranska županija
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Rijeka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a hair salon. Popular attractions Kobler Square Fountain ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Property is very clean and well maintained. Host was great to deal with and very helpful. Its in a walking only area but parking wasnt too far and very convenient.

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

Apartments Terra I & II
Lapis Apartments

Lapis Apartments

3 out of 5
Beli Kamik 6, Rijeka
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rijeka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and air conditioning. Popular attractions Permanent Glagolitic Alphabet Exhibition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
One night in Rijeka for bus connection.
Very modern and well appointed apartment. Largest TV in all our month of traveling. Close to the bus station and downtown. Easy access. Parking somewhat expensive 3 blocks away. Apartments are on the 3rd floor with no elevator.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Lapis Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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